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CAE 703C

1965 Humber Sceptre

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,228 mi
Last recorded88,228 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2014
Typical for 1965 Humber Sceptre52,360 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAE 703C
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2014 88,228 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 88,219 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 88,206 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Could not test n/s rear wheel bearing for roughness as brake seized

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2012 87,735 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 86,469 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 84,901 miles

Oil leak

both sills have slight surface corrosion

Fail 25 Mar 2010 84,878 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

both sills have slight surface corrosion

How Reliable is the Humber Sceptre?

Based on 4,030 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
403
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 139
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 138
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 117
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 111
Stop lamp not working 105
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CAE 703C is a 1965 Humber Sceptre in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1965 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 52,360 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Humber Sceptre fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CAE 703C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Humber Sceptre typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this Humber Sceptre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CAE 703C?

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What year was CAE 703C registered?

CAE 703C is a 1965 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 1 March 1965.

Is CAE 703C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAE 703C shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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